SR Project Manager

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Madison, WI, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Logistics • Transportation • 3PL: Third Party Logistics
The Role
Lead the strategy, governance, deployment, reliability, and lifecycle planning of robotic and automated systems across multiple logistics facilities. Develop automation standards, oversee large-scale implementations, align robotics initiatives with business goals, manage budgets, establish safety and change-control governance, and mentor engineering and technical teams.
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Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successfull and opportunities to grow?
Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains. 
Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team! 

About Universal Logistics Holdings

Universal Logistics Holdings provides a wide range of supply‑chain services across the United States, Mexico and Canada, including contract logistics, dedicated transportation, intermodal and trucking. 
The company supports customers across the entire supply chain and continues to grow through innovative, scalable operational solutions.

 

About the Role

We’re looking for a Project Manager to lead the strategy, governance and performance of all robotic and automated systems across multiple Universal facilities. You’ll shape the automation roadmap, oversee major deployments and make sure robotics becomes a core strength in our logistics network.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Set the long‑term automation and robotics strategy for multiple sites.
  • Build standards for robotics platforms, controls, safety and technology adoption.
  • Lead design, evaluation and rollout of new robotic and automated systems.
  • Oversee uptime, reliability and lifecycle planning for all robotics across the network.
  • Partner with senior operations leadership to align automation with business needs.
  • Develop and mentor engineering and technical teams across sites.
  • Establish governance around system changes, documentation and safety compliance.

 

What You Bring

  • Leadership experience managing multi‑site automation or robotics programs.
  • Deep knowledge of industrial robotics, PLCs, controls, sensors and systems integration.
  • Proven ability to build strategy, manage budgets and deliver large‑scale automation projects.
  • Strong communication skills with both technical teams and executive leadership.
  • Experience in logistics, warehousing or high‑throughput industrial environments is a plus.

Skills Required

  • Leadership experience managing multi-site automation or robotics programs
  • Deep knowledge of industrial robotics, PLCs, controls, sensors, and systems integration
  • Experience building strategy, managing budgets, and delivering large-scale automation projects
  • Strong communication skills with technical teams and executive leadership
  • Experience in logistics, warehousing, or high-throughput industrial environments
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The Company
10,459 Employees
Year Founded: 1932

What We Do

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is a North American third-party logistics provider and holding company whose subsidiaries deliver customized, end-to-end supply-chain solutions. Its services include contract logistics, dedicated transportation, intermodal freight, trucking, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and transportation brokerage. The company serves customers across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, helping them scale capacity, streamline operations, and manage complex transportation requirements.

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